Chapter 142

I leaned against the door of the ICU, covering my face as I sobbed. At that moment, I truly understood what it meant to feel powerless. I hadn't been able to protect Kayla before, not even being able to fulfill my promise to take her to the sea. And I couldn't protect her fellow patients or her best friend, Lana, either. The thought overwhelmed me, and tears streamed down my face uncontrollably. I didn't know how long I cried until a passing nurse noticed my distress. She approached me with concern and asked, "Sir, are you okay? Do you need to rest for a bit?" With her help, I managed to stand and wave her off gently. "No, but thank you for your concern." I couldn't let my own despair hinder someone else's work. After resting briefly, I struggled to support myself and walked to the hospital corridor. I sat there for a long time, trying to pull myself together. Lana's condition was critical, but I didn't dare rush Abigail. She needed time to contact her connections and check if